Corporate Associate - ECVC (3+ Yrs Exp)

Jobot; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot, a leading law firm advising technology, life sciences, and financial services clients, seeks a mid-level Corporate Associate to join its transactional practice in San Francisco. You will manage complex transactions, advise on financing and governance, and draft critical deal documents while mentoring junior attorneys.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of corporate/transactional experience, strong drafting skills, and a client-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience handling corporate and transactional matters in a law firm setting.
• Experience representing companies, investors, lenders, or other business entities in transactional matters.
• Strong background drafting and negotiating transaction-related documents.
• Experience managing multiple matters simultaneously and driving transactions to completion.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients and manage day-to-day deal responsibilities.
• Experience mentoring, supervising, or training junior attorneys is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute complex corporate transactions from initial planning through closing
• Advise clients on financing transactions, corporate governance matters, and general business operations
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents and related agreements
• Coordinate transaction timelines and oversee due diligence processes
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, and deal participants
• Support clients through growth, investment, and strategic business initiatives
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior attorneys and legal support professionals
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas to provide comprehensive client service
• Assist with transaction strategy, risk assessment, and issue resolution throughout deal execution

Skills

Corporate transactions

Drafting & negotiating

Client management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Details

Build High-Growth Company Clients. Lead Sophisticated Transactions.

$250,000 - $400,000 per year

We’re a forward-thinking law firm with hundreds of attorneys advising clients across diverse industries, including technology, life sciences, and financial services. Our approach goes beyond delivering legal solutions—we build lasting partnerships, anticipate challenges, and deliver results with integrity and creativity. Collaboration, respect, and community engagement are at the heart of everything we do.

We offer competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off. Our culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, supports career development, and gives you the resources to succeed while working alongside talented colleagues on meaningful matters.

We are seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate to join a collaborative transactional practice focused on advising innovative businesses through critical growth stages and strategic business transactions.

In this role, we work closely with founders, investors, executive teams, and emerging enterprises on a broad range of corporate matters. The ideal candidate brings strong transactional experience, enjoys running deals, and is comfortable taking ownership of client matters while helping mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute complex corporate transactions from initial planning through closing
• Advise clients on financing transactions, corporate governance matters, and general business operations
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents and related agreements
• Coordinate transaction timelines and oversee due diligence processes
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, and deal participants
• Support clients through growth, investment, and strategic business initiatives
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior attorneys and legal support professionals
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas to provide comprehensive client service
• Assist with transaction strategy, risk assessment, and issue resolution throughout deal execution

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience handling corporate and transactional matters in a law firm setting
• Experience representing companies, investors, lenders, or other business entities in transactional matters
• Strong background drafting and negotiating transaction-related documents
• Experience managing multiple matters simultaneously and driving transactions to completion
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients and manage day-to-day deal responsibilities
• Experience mentoring, supervising, or training junior attorneys is preferred
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality client service

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactional matters
• Strong project management and organizational capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving skills

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